Category: SciComm

Science Talk Q&A: Biggest Science Conversations on the Horizon

7/19/2021

From climate change, vaccines and virus developments to artificial intelligence, genetic engineering and diversity and inclusion: science is saturated with new research and technological advancements. So which conversations can we expect to steal the limelight over the next few years?

Science Talk’s Dr. Allison Coffin and Dr. Kiki Sanford sat down with Jessica McNellis from s2s Public Relations and Communications to discuss the biggest conversations in science communications to watch.

Graphic - top science conversations on the horizon

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ChemTalk: Change the Way the World Thinks About Chemistry

6/24/2021

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By: Christine DeRosa

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “chemistry”?

We asked, and the answers will probably not shock you. Out of the hundreds of people surveyed in our Perception of Chemistry Survey, positive responses like “It’s amazing” were few and far between -- our responses primarily ranged from “boring” and “difficult” to even outright “dangerous”.

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Science Talk Q&A: Science and Identity Politics

6/8/2021

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Identity politics has permeated vaccine hesitancy, opinions on climate change, and society’s response to the COVID-19 virus. We are living in a moment in history where identity politics is playing its most prominent role in scientific conversations.

Science Talk’s Dr. Allison Coffin and Dr. Kiki Sanford sat down with Jessica McNellis from s2s Public Relations and Communications to discuss how a person’s political party can influence his or her scientific beliefs.

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Science Talk Q&A: Taking a Look at Empathy, Self-Empathy and Empathy Fatigue in Science Communications

5/4/2021

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The Role of Empathy in Science Communication

Reflecting on the fifth annual Science Talk Conference that wrapped in March, we were surprised at the emphasis around empathy in science communications in multiple keynotes, panels and industry workshops. Coming off a year when the value of science communication has never hit closer to home, we decided it was worth discussing more.

Science Talk’s Dr. Allison Coffin and Dr. Kiki Sanford sat down with Jessica McNellis from s2s Public Relations and Communications to discuss why empathy in science communications matters.

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CAISE: A Boundary-Spanning Resource for Informal STEM Learning and Science Communication

4/8/2021

By: Jamie Bell

Whether seeking broader impacts for their research, planning to work more inclusively and equitably with their local communities or wanting to build and share education, communication and outreach knowledge for the wider field, scientists and STEM-based professionals often want to know what has worked for others and under what conditions.

What is CAISE?

The Center for Advancement of Informal Science Education (CAISE) is a resource center for the Advancing Informal STEM Learning (AISL) program at the US National Science Foundation that provides resources and connectivity for informal STEM learning or science communication professionals who are seeking project examples, research articles or evaluation reports to inform their thinking and work, leveraging projects funded by the AISL program as a starting place.

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How To: SEO Keyword Research for Science Communications

2/4/2021

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By Susan Silver
https://beautyofmathematics.com/top-five-popular-posts/

Does Google have a brain?

As a mathematics blogger with an interest in science communications, I’ve observed that there aren’t many tutorials for SEO keyword research available. This is a serious gap that needs filling, especially as more scientists begin to understand the modern appeal of blogging. SEO is key in helping your blog get noticed and bringing traffic to your website.

Generally, SEO is the practice of optimizing the quantity and quality of traffic to your website by including content so that a search engine recognizes it. This is most often done through choosing one or more keywords and optimizing your content so that a search engine recognizes those words on your blog. The goal is not to overly use keywords, but create a balance of keywords and related phrases.

Read on to learn my “5 Practical Steps for Keyword Research and Strategy”, a self-taught, cost effective method to improve traffic to your website.

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Science Talk Q&A: How 2020 Shaped the Future of Science Communications

1/11/2021

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This year, scientific news was consumed in a more mainstream fashion than ever before. COVID-19 brought conversations about medical science, scientific process, vaccines, and other complex information the average news consumer was previously unaware of – or did not necessarily need to care about – into the public sphere of awareness. Communicating scientific developments instantly became an instrumental element for progress and safety for every person in society to understand how to deal with the pandemic and how to make it through. The importance of clear science communications and the flaws in accurately communicating these developments to varying audiences were cast in a bright spotlight.

Image credit: Nextiva blog

Science Talk’s Dr. Allison Coffin and Dr. Kiki Sanford sat down with Jessica McNellis from s2s Public Relations and Communications to discuss how this past year has impacted science communications and how it will change in a post-pandemic world. This is the first Science Talk Q&A in the two-minute read series.

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hidden burdens of concussions and Science Communication

8/25/2020

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By Hollis Lyman
IG @unlimitedforcetraining
Hollis.Lyman@du.edu
Edited by Christina M. Swords (Marvin)

A Surprise Diagnosis for an Inmate

Marchell Taylor Sr. had been out of prison for 4 years in January 2016, but he longed to return. He felt that “no one valued him anymore, he wasn’t important, all his relationships were damaged, [and] he was a financially broke business founder.” He needed an escape, and found himself back in prison after an aggravated robbery with a second-degree kidnapping charge. Mr. Taylor had gotten his wish, and his need for escaping life escalated into a suicide attempt that left his unconscious for five days.

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Science Talk Q&A: Biggest Science Conversations on the Horizon

ChemTalk: Change the Way the World Thinks About Chemistry

Science Talk Q&A: Science and Identity Politics

Science Talk Q&A: Taking a Look at Empathy, Self-Empathy and Empathy Fatigue in Science Communications

CAISE: A Boundary-Spanning Resource for Informal STEM Learning and Science Communication

What is CAISE?

How To: SEO Keyword Research for Science Communications

Does Google have a brain?

Science Talk Q&A: How 2020 Shaped the Future of Science Communications

hidden burdens of concussions and Science Communication

A Surprise Diagnosis for an Inmate

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